Author
Prof Jeet Singh Mann
Organisation/Institution
National Law University, Delhi
Country
INDIA
Panel
Legal Education
Title
Academic Integrity in Indian Law Journals Publications: A Critical Examination
Abstract
Academic integrity in journal publication serves as the cornerstone for promoting fairness and objectivity within education, research, and publication. A conflict of Interest primary indicator of compromised academic integrity. It promotes unfairness or manipulation during the publication process, consequently undermining the quality of research publications. This article discusses conflicts of interest among editors, authors, reviewers, and publishers, particularly in the context of publishing in-house or parent journals and other journals. Furthermore, this article has examined the absence of clear definitions and the lack of legal repercussions for conflicts of interest in journal publication. The author has also conducted online empirical research regarding conflict of interest and its effects on the quality of law journals in India. Additionally, the article investigates potential solutions to mitigate conflicts of interest in the publication of law journals. Keywords: Academic Integrity, Conflict of Interest, Law Journals Publication, Academic Public Perception, Academic Influence. Dearth of policy. Accountability for Conflict of Interest.
Biography
Prof (Dr.) Jeet Singh Mann: Teacher of Legal Education and Research, & Director, Centre for Transparency and Accountability in Governance, National Law University Delhi, India Areas of Interest: Employment Law- Labour and Service Law, Legal Education, and Empirical Legal Research, Administrative Law, Access to Public Information, Combating Corruption Promoting Good Governance
